In 1970s, Swiss electronics engineer Hans Camenzind was working in Silicon Valley as a design engineer for Signetics (later acquired by Philips). It was there that Hans designed the 555 timer IC, his most famous invention and a device that would become key to the success of Signetics and the
Read MoreMonthly Archives August 2012
NXP Semiconductors to Host Analyst Day on September 13
We will host an Analyst Day for institutional investors and securities analysts on September 13, 2012, at the Sheraton Towers Hotel, New York, N.Y, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). NXP’s Analyst Day will include a series of presentations by the company’s executive management team. It is anticipated that
Read MoreBreathe new life into medical product interfaces
Posted by Michael Kriek / August 07, 2012 / Posted in Enabling Technologies, Innovation / No Comments
Society and the healthcare industry wants innovations to offer significantly better diagnostics, better treatment and better preventive care. This is driving massive changes in the way we access and use medical systems – from major medical equipment to mobile diagnostic, monitoring and therapy systems. And it is especially true in
Read MoreFantastic coverage following our auto ambient lighting announcement
Last month, NXP announced the introduction of in-vehicle ambient lighting with unique node position detection technology, allowing LED modules to be individually programmed after installation and making the lives of LED module makers a lot simpler! The announcement was a hit and received some fantastic coverage. Take a look at
Read MoreExtensive coverage following our micro speakers announcement
Earlier this month, NXP announced a revolutionary new technology that boosts the output of micro speakers by over 5 times, bringing much louder sound, deeper bass and higher sound quality – without the risk of killing your speakers. Following the announcement, we were delighted to receive some fantastic coverage. Have
Read More